2008 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki SX4 and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 2008 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki SX4 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | SX4 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
